A contact element for a power modules

Abstract

This present disclosure relates to power modules with inserted pins and more specifically, but not by way of limitation to design and integration of at least a contact element within such a power module. The contact element is adapted to be soldered to an object, wherein the contact element has a cylindrical body having a virtual center line and two opposing ends crossing the center line, wherein at least one of the two opposing ends is provided with at least a flange protruding with respect to the cylindrical body in a direction away from the center line and at least the other of the two opposing ends is provided with an opening for receiving a pin. [Fig. 1]